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First-grade teacher Deborah Cowley surprised Nick Kane, 6, at his house in Greece. Cowley has visited several of her students over the past two weeks while practicing social distancing. Provided by Lorraine Kane

First-grade teacher Deborah Cowley says hi to student Matthew Parnell through his window. Cowley has been making the rounds to connect with her students while school is closed. Provided by Shanti Parnell

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Greece families are receiving texts that their bread has arrived, their soap has been dropped off and their school supplies are on the front step. But the items aren't being delivered by an Instacart shopper.

They're toted by a selfless teacher.

While students can't see their instructors during the coronavirus shutdown, Brookside Elementary School first-grade teacher Deborah Cowley is giving new meaning to the concept of home-schooling.

Cowley is making surprise visits to her students' houses. She's driving by them for birthday parades. And she's mailing personalized cards to them.

"She sent us a text saying, 'Look outside.' My son was over-the-moon excited because his teacher was here," said Lorraine Kane, whose son Nick, 6, is in Cowley's class. "One day she dropped bread in our mailbox. She is so much more than a teacher. She's basically their mom away from home."

Talk to Cowley for a few minutes and you'll wish she was your mom away from home, too. She's a quirky, endearing chatterbox but prefers to operate as a helper without recognition. (In our conversation, she offered to knit my pregnant wife a baby blanket and told me she'd bring me diapers because she's a couponer.)

Brookside Elementary School first-grade teacher Deborah Cowley visited her students door to door to tell them she misses them.(Photo: Provided by Shanti Parnell)

During the school closures, Cowley sent all 20 of her students a letter and self-addressed stamped envelope so they could be pen pals, and she celebrated virtual spirit week by dressing in sock monkey pajamas. One of her students doesn't have access to the internet or a computer, so Cowley drops off learning materials. She has only been leaving her house once a week to shop for her elderly mother but will make a pit stop from a safe distance on the way home.

"She showed up to our house holding a sign up to the window that said 'I miss you! I love you!' " said Charissa Cutaia, whose daughter Ava has Cowley. "The kids don't understand why they're not going back to school and it was a sense of normalcy to see her teacher.

"It's huge. The kids absolutely love her."

Cowley has faced heartbreak in her career. More than a decade ago, she taught two Greece students who — in separate incidents — were murdered by their fathers. Those tragedies molded her into part educator, part protector.

"I kind of view students a little bit differently, so I always let my students know how much they are cared for," Cowley said. "I have their back. I try to make sure they know they are safe and they are loved."

A chalk drawing and message reminds customers picking up their online order at Joann in Penfield to keep a certain distance from the door Thursday, May 14, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Members of 1199 Service Employees International Union, SEIU, caravan to several area nursing homes, including Brighton Manor on Blossom Road in Rochester, Thursday, May 14, 2020 to thank them as frontline healthcare workers. The caravan stopped, got out of their cars and waved and honked saluting the employees. Walter Pratt, honks his horn and records the parade on his phone. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Members of 1199 Service Employees International Union, SEIU, caravan to several area nursing homes, including Brighton Manor on Blossom Road in Rochester, Thursday, May 14, 2020 to thank them as frontline healthcare workers. The caravan stopped got out of their cars and waved and honked saluting the employees. Staff came out of the nursing home to see what's going on. Nicole Murray, director of nursing at Brighton Manor said about the parade at the nursing home, "The morale just lifted 100%, we're grateful." Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Members of 1199 Service Employees International Union, SEIU, caravan to several area nursing homes, including Brighton Manor on Blossom Road in Rochester, Thursday, May 14, 2020 to thank the frontline healthcare workers. The caravan stopped, gave the nursing home employees snacks, and got out of their cars and waved and honked saluting the employees. A Rochester police officer and other drivers got out of their cars and applauded the nursing home employees. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Members of 1199 Service Employees International Union, SEIU, caravan to several area nursing homes, including Brighton Manor on Blossom Road in Rochester, Thursday, May 14, 2020 to thank the frontline healthcare workers. A thumbs up to the workers pops through a sunroom of one of the cars that stopped in front of the nursing home . Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Rebecca Malek, co-owner of Balsam Bagels in Rochester, takes a credit card from customer, Richard Bellerose, of Rochester Thursday, May 14, 2020. Balsam Bagels re-opened last week on May 6 with a few changes. They are selling only bagged bagels and packaged cream cheese with orders taken over the phone or online. Balsam Bagels prefers people prepay to be safe but has taken credit card on site. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Balsam Bagels re-opened last week on May 6 with a few changes. They are selling only bagged bagels and packaged cream cheese with orders taken over the phone or online. Sarah Malek fills an order Thursday, May 14, 2020 to be picked up. Currently, only the Malek family and two employees are working. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Rebecca Malek, co-owner of Balsam Bagels in Rochester chats with Oscar Nelson of Irondequoit after she brought out his order, Thursday, May 14, 2020. Balsam Bagels re-opened last week on May 6 with a few changes. They are selling only bagged bagels and packaged cream cheese with orders taken over the phone or online. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Pittsford Town Supervisor William Smith Jr. along with town staff distribute free masks to residents at Pittsford Mendon High School, Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Each resident received five masks, some received more depending upon how many people resided in the home. Workers in a nearby van unpack boxes full of masks. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Pittsford Town Supervisor William Smith Jr. along with town staff distribute free masks to residents at Pittsford Mendon High School, Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Each resident received five masks, some received more depending upon how many people resided in the home. Carolyn Casey, animal control officer with the Town of Pittsford, hands a driver his masks. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Monroe County Executive Adam Bello talks to a resident to find out how many masks she needs for her family during the free mask distribution at Pittsford Mendon High School Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

A sign placed near the exit of the free mask distribution at Pittsford Mendon High School gives people instructions of when to get rid of the mask, Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Pittsford Town Supervisor William Smith Jr. helps distribute free masks to residents at Pittsford Mendon High School, Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Each resident received five masks, some received more depending upon how many people resided in the home. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Pittsford Town Supervisor William Smith Jr. along with town staff distribute free masks to residents at Pittsford Mendon High School, Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Each resident received five masks, some received more depending upon how many people resided in the home. A bicyclist rides through to pick up his masks. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The Hall of Justice is closed except for some essential workers, people ordered by the court and emergency family court. Monroe County deputies spray disinfectant on the hands of anyone entering the building and will take their temperature if requested. Paul Ross gets information about who to call about an upcoming court date from Monroe County Deputy Rob Newton, Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Dem

The Hall of Justice is closed except for some essential workers, people ordered by the court and emergency family court. Monroe County deputies spray disinfectant on the hands of anyone entering the building and will take their temperature if requested. Monroe County Deputy Joe Spano checks the thermometer after taking a worker's temperature, Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Courts in five judicial districts in western New York are moving closer to reopening for in-person operation as they entered Phase 2 of reopening June 3. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Cars line up on east and west sides of Elmwood Ave. to enter Brighton Town Hall parking lot to get free masks that were being distributed Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Each city and town in Monroe County have been distributing free masks to residents. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Brighton Police Chief David Catholdi carries a box of donated food for the Brighton Food Cupboard to the donation collection area while Sgt. Taylor Barth hands out packs of 25 masks to residents at Brighton Town Hall Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Each city and town in Monroe County have been distributing free masks to residents. The town also asked residents to bring food items for the Brighton Food Cupboard. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Sgt. Taylor Barth with the Brighton Police hands Rick Snitzel a packs of 25 masks at Brighton Town Hall Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Each city and town in Monroe County have been distributing free masks to residents. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Monroe County Legislator for the 23rd District Linda Hasman, Sarah Clark with Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand's office and Brighton Town Supervisor William Moehle hand out packs of 25 masks to residents at Brighton Town Hall, Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Each city and town in Monroe County have been distributing free masks to residents. The town also asked residents to bring food items for the Brighton Food Cupboard. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The City of Rochester is providing five masks along with a letter in English and Spanish from Mayor Lovely Warren and Rochester City Council President Loretta Scott telling residents to use the masks to help stop the spread of COVID-19. The letter also provides emergency contact numbers and other resource phone numbers for residents. The letters and packaging that residents will receive were put together by three area companies, Canfield & Tack, Panther Graphics and Diversipak. Workers at Diversipak start putting the items in unaddressed envelopes Tuesday, May 12, 2020. The U.S. Post Office will deliver the 96,000 addresses identified in the city over the coming days. Joe Erbland and Isabel Ayala fill envelopes with masks and letters at Diversipak on Humboldt St. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The City of Rochester is providing five masks along with a letter in English and Spanish from Mayor Lovely Warren and Rochester City Council President Loretta Scott telling residents to use the masks to help stop the spread of COVID-19. The letter also provides emergency contact numbers and other resource phone numbers for residents. The letters and packaging that residents will receive were put together by three area companies, Canfield & Tack, Panther Graphics and Diversipak. Workers at Diversipak start putting the items in unaddressed envelopes Tuesday, May 12, 2020. The U.S. Post Office will deliver the 96,000 addresses identified in the city over the coming days. Grisel Ayala grabs masks to put in an envelope, around her are cases of the items. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The City of Rochester is providing five masks along with a letter in English and Spanish from Mayor Lovely Warren and Rochester City Council President Loretta Scott telling residents to use the masks to help stop the spread of COVID-19. The letter also provides emergency contact numbers and other resource phone numbers for residents. The letters and packaging that residents will receive were put together by three area companies, Canfield & Tack, Panther Graphics and Diversipak. Workers at Diversipak start putting the items in unaddressed envelopes Tuesday, May 12, 2020. The U.S. Post Office will deliver the 96,000 addresses identified in the city over the coming days. Every resident will receive an envelope in the mail that looks like this. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Gary Hults, adjutant at Smith-Warren American Legion Post 367 in Scottsville, Tuesday, May 12, 2020 sets up the room moving the flags to their areas and card tables to create six feet distance between the 10 board members and American Legion officers. They are meeting in person for the first time and will discuss their financial issues, flags for Memorial Day and if they can open up in the Phase 1 of slowly opening up the region while dealing with COVID-19. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Smith-Warren American Legion Post 367 in Scottsville, Tuesday, May 12, 2020 has been closed since the COVID-19 hit the area closing nearly all businesses with a stay at home state order. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Gary Hults, adjutant at Smith-Warren American Legion Post 367 in Scottsville, Tuesday, May 12, 2020 sets up card tables with help from Bud Stymus, who is in Sons of the American Legion, to create six feet distance between the 10 board members and American Legion officers. They are meeting in person for the first time and will discuss their financial issues, flags for Memorial Day and if they can open up in the Phase 1 of slowly opening up the region while dealing with COVID-19. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Gary Hults, adjutant at Smith-Warren American Legion Post 367 in Scottsville, enters the building to set it up for a small meeting Tuesday, May 12, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Azariah Evans, known as Ace, makes eight loaves of bread two days a week and sells it with help from his mother, Ta'Meca Dunning of Wheatland, who takes the online orders and makes the order cards. Evans, who has a loaf of almond milk with honey going in the bread maker on Tuesday, May 12, 2020, prepares another batch. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Azariah Evans, also known as Ace, has some prepared loaves he has made that will be delivered today, Tuesday, May 12, 2020. He makes the bread and his mother, Ta'Meca Dunning, takes the online orders. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

In a sign of the times, a statue of Frederick Douglass is wearing a American flag mask in front of School 12 on South Avenue in Rochester Sunday, May 10, 2020. Someone put the colorful mask on the statue, one of many created by artist Olivia Kim that stand around the city. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

In a sign of the times, a statue of Frederick Douglass is wearing a American flag mask in front of School 12 on South Avenue in Rochester Sunday, May 10, 2020. Someone put the colorful mask on the statue, one of many created by artist Olivia Kim that stand around the city. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Tanvi Asher, owner at Peppermint Boutique on Culver Road, packs up an online order to be shipped to a customer. Asher has been able to bring back much of her staff during the Coronavirus shutdown due to a high volume of online orders. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Tanvi Asher, owner at Peppermint Boutique on Culver Road, hangs bags with items waiting for pickup. Asher has been able to bring back much of her staff during the Coronavirus shutdown due to a high volume of online orders. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Tommy Brunett, owner of Iron Smoke Distillery in the barrel room at the Fairport company which is now making hand sanitizer to help in the response to the coronavirus outbreak. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Rebecca Holtz delivers a bottle of hand sanitizer to private citizen at Iron Smoke Distillery. The Fairport company is making hand sanitizer to help in the response of the coronavirus outbreak with the majority of the bottles to first responders and healthcare workers. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

The staff at Iron Smoke Distillery is making hand sanitizer for area first responders and healthcare workers with a portion also being set aside for local individuals. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Topher Holt with his 8-year-old daughter Ariela, connects with families online for music sessions from his Irondequoit home. He says it helps get the children interested and engaged in music. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Topher Holt connects with families online for music sessions from his Irondequoit home. He says it helps get the children interested and engaged in music. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Hasan Bayram, a master tailor at Thimble Tailor in Brighton, uses his favorite sewing machine, a Singer that is about 150-years-old, as he makes masks that are donated to hospital and made available to the public with a touchless pickup service. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Hasan Bayram, a master tailor at Thimble Tailor in Brighton, uses his favorite sewing machine, a Singer that is about 150-years-old, as he makes masks that are donated to hospital and made available to the public with a touchless pickup service. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Hasan Bayram, a master tailor at Thimble Tailor in Brighton, cuts material as he makes masks that are donated to hospital and made available to the public with a touchless pickup service. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Masks of all sizes are available at Thimble Tailor in Brighton. The staff is making masks and donating them to hospital while also making them available for purchase to the public using a touchless pickup system. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Ron and wife Collette Stochl, Henrietta, owners operators of Stochl Imaging, take photos of the blooming magnolias in Highland Park in Rochester Sunday, May 3, 2020. The park was busy with most people wearing masks and practicing social distancing while out enjoying the sunshine. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

John Esposito, Rochester, take photos of the blooming magnolias in Highland Park in Rochester Sunday, May 3, 2020. The park was busy with most people wearing masks and practicing social distancing while out enjoying the sunshine. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Highland Park was busy with people wearing masks and practicing social distancing as they enjoyed the sunshine and blooming magnolia trees Sunday, May 3, 2020. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Highland Park was busy with people wearing masks and practicing social distancing as they enjoyed the sunshine and blooming magnolia trees Sunday, May 3, 2020. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Highland Park was busy with people wearing masks and practicing social distancing as they enjoyed the sunshine Sunday, May 3, 2020. Signs have been placed around the park reminding visitors to stay six feet apart. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Hope Hall School in Gates held a parade for students and their families Saturday. May 2, 2020. Staff decorated their cars and invited families to drive through to see them. The last time everyone was physically together was March 13. Families wave and honk at staff and teachers who are also waving and yelling greetings to the students. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Dem

Hope Hall School in Gates held a parade for students and their families Saturday. May 2, 2020. Staff decorated their cars and invited families to drive through to see them. The last time everyone was physically together was March 13. Menetor Viator of Irondequoit holds up his sign as he stands through the moon roof of the vehicle. Viator is a senior at the school. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Hope Hall School in Gates held a parade for students and their families Saturday. May 2, 2020. Staff decorated their cars and invited families to drive through to see them. The last time everyone was physically together was March 13. Teachers and staff sat in the back of their vehicles or leaned up against them as students came through. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

FUA, From Up Above, finished a mural on Clinton Ave. near Radio St. May 2, 2020, that reminds people to stay six feet away. The mural is part of a campaign launched by Monroe County Executive Adam Bello and Rochester Mayor Lovely Warren. The campaign was created by Partners + Napier. Stencils that were used for parts of the mural sit on the ground. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

FUA, From Up Above, finished a mural on Clinton Ave. near Radio St. May 2, 2020, that reminds people to stay six feet away. The mural is part of a campaign launched by Monroe County Executive Adam Bello and Rochester Mayor Lovely Warren. The campaign was created by Partners + Napier. Nova checks over a spot on the mural. The three from FUA started the mural at 10 a.m. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

FUA, From Up Above, finished a mural on Clinton Ave. near Radio St. May 2, 2020, that reminds people to stay six feet away. The mural is part of a campaign launched by Monroe County Executive Adam Bello and Rochester Mayor Lovely Warren. The campaign was created by Partners + Napier. Zone and Nova spray an area of the mural. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

FUA, From Up Above, finished a mural on Clinton Ave. near Radio St. May 2, 2020, that reminds people to stay six feet away. The mural is part of a campaign launched by Monroe County Executive Adam Bello and Rochester Mayor Lovely Warren. The campaign was created by Partners + Napier. Snoe, Zone and Nova look over the mural to see if anything needs to be added. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Audrey Hardy of Rochester buys some strawberry plants from Deana Jones who was working Eaton Farms table at the Rochester Public Market on May 2, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

New York State has opened a new COVID-19 testing site at Monroe Community College in Brighton on May 1, 2020. It is one of five new sites in western New York. To get a test people must either call the state dept. of health or go their website to make an appointment. The state also revised testing criteria for all first responders, healthcare workers and essential workers. Their is no fee for the test. An electronic sign on the East Henrietta Rd. side reminds people the testing is by appointment only. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

New York State has opened a new COVID-19 testing site at Monroe Community College in Brighton on May 1, 2020. It is one of five new sites in western New York. To get a test people must either call the state dept. of health or go their website to make an appointment. The state also revised testing criteria for all first responders, healthcare workers and essential workers. Their is no fee for the test. A worker holds up a patient form to look at through the closed window. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

New York State has opened a new COVID-19 testing site at Monroe Community College in Brighton on May 1, 2020. It is one of five new sites in western New York. To get a test people must either call the state dept. of health or go their website to make an appointment. The state also revised testing criteria for all first responders, healthcare workers and essential workers. Their is no fee for the test. Signs along the route tell people what they need to do. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

New York State has opened a new COVID-19 testing site at Monroe Community College in Brighton on May 1, 2020. It is one of five new sites in western New York. To get a test people must either call the state dept. of health or go their website to make an appointment. The state also revised testing criteria for all first responders, healthcare workers and essential workers. Their is no fee for the test. The drive thru testing site is in the back of the school near the sports field. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

New York State has opened a new COVID-19 testing site at Monroe Community College in Brighton on May 1, 2020. It is one of five new sites in western New York. To get a test people must either call the state dept. of health or go their website to make an appointment. The state also revised testing criteria for all first responders, healthcare workers and essential workers. Their is no fee for the test. A worker holds up a sign to remind people to keep their windows closed. All communication was done through signs or talking through closed windows. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

New York State has opened a new COVID-19 testing site at Monroe Community College in Brighton on May 1, 2020. It is one of five new sites in western New York. To get a test people must either call the state dept. of health or go their website to make an appointment. The state also revised testing criteria for all first responders, healthcare workers and essential workers. Their is no fee for the test. National Guard and many state employees are working the testing site. Drivers first encounter a person who holds up signs to make sure their windows are closed and the person has an appointment. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Jennifer Kaplan of Rochester started making masks March 23. To date, April 29, 2020, she has made 1,300 with 100 of them going to family and friends and leaves a basket of individually wrapped masks for delivery people to take. The rest have been donated either to the United Way to give to people in need or to friends who requested them because they are either a doctor and need them for their office or the person's spouse is a doctor and is requesting them for their staff and patients. Kaplan said, "When somebody says we need masks I just ask how many you need and how quickly you need them." By the end of this week she expects to have made 200 more. She said she'll keep 'cranking' them, "it's my contribution to the 'war' effort." Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Jennifer Kaplan of Rochester started making masks March 23. To date, April 29, 2020, she has made 1,300 with 100 of them going to family and friends and leaves a basket of individually wrapped masks for delivery people to take. The rest have been donated either to the United Way to give to people in need or to friends who requested them because they are either a doctor and need them for their office or the person's spouse is a doctor and is requesting them for their staff and patients. Kaplan said, "When somebody says we need masks I just ask how many you need and how quickly you need them." By the end of this week she expects to have made 200 more. She said she'll keep 'cranking' them, "it's my contribution to the 'war' effort."
A small pile of masks she finished sit off to the side. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Eastview Mall in Victor and its surrounding parking lots are almost completely empty April 28, 2020. The mall has been shut down since March 18 after New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo mandated the closure of nonessential businesses to stop the spread of COVID-19. Tina MacIntyre-Yee, Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Eastview Mall in Victor and its surrounding parking lots are almost completely empty April 28, 2020. The mall has been shut down since March 18 after New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo mandated the closure of nonessential businesses to stop the spread of COVID-19. In addition to the mall, a furniture store and other standalone stores were closed. Tina MacIntyre-Yee, Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Eastview Mall in Victor and its surrounding parking lots are almost completely empty April 28, 2020 The mall has been shut down since March 18 after New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo mandated the closure of nonessential businesses to stop the spread of COVID-19. The carousel can be seen through the skylight. Tina MacIntyre-Yee, Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Eastview Mall in Victor along with Cobblestone Court across the road from it are still closed April 28, 2020 after New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo mandated the closure of nonessential businesses on March 18 to stop the spread of COVID-19. Tina MacIntyre-Yee, Shawn Dowd/

Eastview Mall in Victor and its surrounding parking lots are almost completely empty April 28, 2020. The mall has been shut down since March 18 after New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo mandated the closure of nonessential businesses to stop the spread of COVID-19. A couple of people use the mall parking lot to walk. Tina MacIntyre-Yee, Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Eastview Mall in Victor and its surrounding parking lots are almost completely empty April 28, 2020. The mall has been shut down since March 18 after New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo mandated the closure of nonessential businesses to stop the spread of COVID-19. Dick's Sporting Goods store is moving from across the street into Eastview Mall. Tina MacIntyre-Yee, Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Eastview Mall and Regal Cinema in Victor and its surrounding parking lots are almost completely empty April 28, 2020. The mall has been shut down since March 18 after New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo mandated the closure of nonessential businesses to stop the spread of COVID-19. Tina MacIntyre-Yee, Shawn Dowd/

Eastview Mall in Victor and its surrounding parking lots are almost completely empty April 28, 2020. The mall has been shut down since March 18 after New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo mandated the closure of nonessential businesses to stop the spread of COVID-19. Nearby Target , which sells groceries, and The Home Depot are open since their services are considered essential. Tina MacIntyre-Yee, Shawn Dowd/

Eastview Mall in Victor and its surrounding parking lots are almost completely empty April 28, 2020. The mall has been shut down since March 18 after New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo mandated the closure of nonessential businesses to stop the spread of COVID-19. Just a few workers remain on site at the mall. Tina MacIntyre-Yee, Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Sisters Helen Isereau of Canandaigua and Lynn Kellogg of Webster sitting on step stools, have lunch in the empty parking lot at the closed Eastview Mall in Victor on Tuesday, April 28, 2020. They said they havenâ€™t seen each other since the start of the Coronavirus pandemic and decided to get together to catch up. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

A car drives through an empty parking lot at a closed Eastview Mall in Victor on Tuesday, April 28, 2020. Many businesses were closed to stop the spread of COVID-19. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

A message of thanks to healthcare workers, first responders and essential workers on the sign at Regal Henrietta Cinema 18 in Henrietta Monday, April 27, 2020. Movie theaters across the country are closed due to the coronavirus pandemic. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

New bilingual murals by artist Shawn Dunwoody are found on E. Main Street in downtown Rochester reminding people to help save lives by staying six feet apart Sunday, April 26, 2020. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

New bilingual murals by artist Shawn Dunwoody are found on E. Main Street in downtown Rochester reminding people to help save lives by staying six feet apart Sunday, April 26, 2020. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Sunshine and warmer temperatures saw parks, golf courses and the shoreline full of people Saturday, April 25, 2020. Players don masks as they get ready to head to the parking lot after finishing up at the hole. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Sunshine and warmer temperatures saw parks, golf courses and the shoreline full of people Saturday, April 25, 2020. Genesee Valley Park Golf Course was filled with golfers. Players could not use golf cars one of the several restrictions to try and stop the spread of COVID-19. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester De

Sunshine and warmer temperatures saw parks, golf courses and the shoreline full of people Saturday, April 25, 2020. Genesee Valley Park Golf Course was filled with golfers. Genesee Valley was one of three county parks allowed to open yesterday with restrictions to stop the spread of COVID-19. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Sunshine and warmer temperatures saw parks, golf courses and the shoreline full of people Saturday, April 25, 2020. Ellison Park was busy early in the morning with dog walkers, joggers, pedestrians and people looking to catch fish in the creek. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Sunshine and warmer temperatures saw parks, golf courses and the shoreline full of people Saturday, April 25, 2020. Sinoun Parina of Greece watches as her daughter, Olivia, 6, walks along the wall while her son Jace, 11, catches up to them. The three joined folks enjoying the nice weather walking along the Charlotte Pier. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Sunshine and warmer temperatures saw parks, golf courses and the shoreline full of people Saturday, April 25, 2020. The trail along Durand Beach on Lakeshore Boulevard was busy with people getting out after several cold and grey days. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Sunshine and warmer temperatures saw parks, golf courses and the shoreline full of people Saturday, April 25, 2020. Charlotte Pier was filled with walkers. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Sunshine and warmer temperatures saw parks, golf courses and the shoreline full of people Saturday, April 25, 2020. Lake Ontario was busy with boaters enjoying one of the few nice days of spring so far this year. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The families of loved ones at St. John's Home on Highland Ave. held signs and made noise to say hello to their families and let the employees know they are appreciated for their work. A couple of Monroe County Sheriff's Office cars joined in support going around the loop with their lights and sirens, Friday, April 24, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The families of loved ones at St. John's Home on Highland Ave. held signs and made noise to say hello to their families and let the employees know they are appreciated for their work. A couple of Monroe County Sheriff's Office cars joined in support going around the loop with their lights and sirens, Friday, April 24, 2020. Several people brought signs for workers and family members to see. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The families of loved ones at St. John's Home on Highland Ave. held signs and made noise to say hello to their families and let the employees know they are appreciated for their work. A couple of Monroe County Sheriff's Office cars joined in support going around the loop with their lights and sirens, Friday, April 24, 2020. Constance Payne, with help from St. John staff, stands and waves to her family below. Below her was her daughter, Constance Schenk, and grandchildren Adriana Schenk and Evan Hosenfeld. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The families of loved ones at St. John's Home on Highland Ave. held signs and made noise to say hello to their families and let the employees know they are appreciated for their work. A couple of Monroe County Sheriff's Office cars joined in support going around the loop with their lights and sirens, Friday, April 24, 2020. A worker looks over her shoulder as a family member shouts out, â"Thank you!" Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The families of loved ones at St. John's Home on Highland Ave. held signs and made noise to say hello to their families and let the employees know they are appreciated for their work. A couple of Monroe County Sheriff's Office cars joined in support going around the loop with their lights and sirens, Friday, April 24, 2020. Evan Hosenfield and his sister Adrianna Schenk join their mother Constance Schenk below their grandmother/mother, Constance Payne's window. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The Little Theatre held a Popcorn Pop-Up that allows people to order popcorn online for Friday, April 24, 2020 and Saturday. Customers had to order by Friday. Derek Reis brings out the popcorn after customers call to let them know they arrived. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The Little Theatre held a Popcorn Pop-Up that allows people to order popcorn online for Friday, April 24, 2020 and Saturday. Customers had to order by Friday. Derek Reis put two bags of popcorn in Chad YoungÕs trunk. Young said on why he bought the popcorn, ÒWe love this popcorn, we love The Little, we couldnÕt pass this up.Ó Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The Little Theatre held a Popcorn Pop-Up that allows people to order popcorn online for Friday, April 24, 2020 and Saturday. Customers had to order by Friday. Derek Reis said The Little Theatre will also hold the Popcorn Pop-Up the weekend of May 1-2. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Iftar, the evening meal that Muslims end their daily fast during Ramadan, was being passed out in the parking lot of the Islamic Center of Rochester, Friday, April 24, 2020. The meals were available to University of Rochester students, RIT students and refugee families that signed up for them. ICR is making the meals available to them Friday, Saturday and Sunday during Ramadan. The meals will be provided by different restaurants each of the evenings. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Iftar, the evening meal that Muslims end their daily fast during Ramadan, was being passed out in the parking lot of the Islamic Center of Rochester, Friday, April 24, 2020. The meals were available to University of Rochester students, RIT students and refugee families that signed up for them. ICR is making the meals available to them Friday, Saturday and Sunday during Ramadan. Dates break the fast. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Iftar, the evening meal that Muslims end their daily fast during Ramadan, was being passed out in the parking lot of the Islamic Center of Rochester, Friday, April 24, 2020. The meals were available to University of Rochester students, RIT students and refugee families that signed up for them. ICR is making the meals available to them Friday, Saturday and Sunday during Ramadan. ICR Board Members Abbas Ahmed and Zaka Ansari, load up a vehicle with dinners for University of Rochester students. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Friends and neighbors of Tommy Little of Gates celebrate his turning 94-years-old today, Friday, April 24, 2020. Stephen Farmer, holds onto to Tommy Little who waves to neighbors that came over to wish him happy birthday. Farmer, whose family became friends with the Littles when they moved to Rochester from Scotland where Little is from, comes over once a week to help Little pay bills or take him to a doctor's appointment. Little's wife died a couple of years ago. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Andy Scott holds the flag of Scotland in honor of where Tommy Little of Gates is from while Lex Sleeman plays the bagpipes for Little who turned 94 years old April 24, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Neighbors and friends come out and spread across Tommy Little's yard to wish him a happy 94th birthday, April 24, 2020. Long time friends arranged for a bagpiper to come and play at the end of his driveway. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Signs have been placed all around Durand Eastman Park reminding people to "Stay six feet apart" in Irondequoit Thursday, April 23, 2020. Health officials say six feet apart is the proper social distance needed to help stop the spread of COVID-19. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Signs have been placed all around Durand Eastman Park reminding people to "Stay six feet apart" in Irondequoit Thursday, April 23, 2020. Health officials say six feet apart is the proper social distance needed to help stop the spread of COVID-19. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Dairy Farmers of America with help from American Dairy Association North east and Dean Foods processing, gave 5,000 gallons of whole milk to people in the parking lot at Destiny USA in Syracuse, Wednesday, April 21, 2020. Christina Kohler of Lakeland leans forward to hand the passenger her milk. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Dairy Farmers of America with help from American Dairy Association North east and Dean Foods processing, gave 5,000 gallons of whole milk to people in the parking lot at Destiny USA in Syracuse, Wednesday, April 21, 2020. Volunteer Shane Jacobson moves a pallet of milk off the truck to an area in the parking lot. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The last of the crates of milk are set out after being unloaded from a truck at a parking lot at Destiny USA mall in Syracuse Wednesday, April 22,2020 where the Dairy Farmers of America with help from Dean Processing and American Dairy Association North East gave away 5 000 gallons of whole milk. Since they finished setting up earlier and there were cars they started the giveaway around 1:30p. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester De

Dairy Farmers of America with help from American Dairy Association North east and Dean Foods processing, gave 5,000 gallons of whole milk to people in the parking lot at Destiny USA in Syracuse, Wednesday, April 21, 2020. Cars, give at a time, pulled forward to get their milk. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Warners Travel Plaza on the New York State Thruway like other travel plazas on the Thruway, have limited service because of COVID-19, Wednesday, April 22, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Warners Travel Plaza on the New York State Thruway like other travel plazas on the Thruway, have limited service because of COVID-19, Wednesday, April 22, 2020. All of the games and electronic dispensing machines are covered with signs saying they are temporarily out of order. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Warners Travel Plaza on the New York State Thruway like other travel plazas on the Thruway, have limited service because of COVID-19, Wednesday, April 22, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Warners Travel Plaza on the New York State Thruway like other travel plazas on the Thruway, have limited service because of COVID-19, Wednesday, April 22, 2020. Every other sink was closed off to create six foot distance. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Warners Travel Plaza on the New York State Thruway like other travel plazas on the Thruway, have limited service because of COVID-19, Wednesday, April 22, 2020. A close up of a bathroom sink showing itâ€™s closed to create distance between sinks. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Foodlink and City of Rochester staff help distribute emergency food supply boxes at the Rochester Public Market Wednesday, April 22, 2020. The drive thru food distribution is the first of six that will be held throughout Monroe County in the coming week. Pre-registration is required. To pre-register please call 2-1-1 or text 898-211. The next drive thru will be held this Friday, April 24, at the Port of Rochester parking lot. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Foodlink and City of Rochester staff help distribute emergency food supply boxes at the Rochester Public Market Wednesday, April 22, 2020. The drive thru food distribution is the first of six that will be held throughout Monroe County in the coming week. Pre-registration is required. To pre-register please call 2-1-1 or text 898-211. The next drive thru will be held this Friday, April 24, at the Port of Rochester parking lot. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Foodlink and City of Rochester staff help distribute emergency food supply boxes at the Rochester Public Market Wednesday, April 22, 2020. The drive thru food distribution is the first of six that will be held throughout Monroe County in the coming week. Pre-registration is required. To pre-register please call 2-1-1 or text 898-211. The next drive thru will be held this Friday, April 24, at the Port of Rochester parking lot. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Foodlink and City of Rochester staff help distribute emergency food supply boxes at the Rochester Public Market Wednesday, April 22, 2020. The drive thru food distribution is the first of six that will be held throughout Monroe County in the coming week. Pre-registration is required. To pre-register please call 2-1-1 or text 898-211. The next drive thru will be held this Friday, April 24, at the Port of Rochester parking lot. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Foodlink and City of Rochester staff help distribute emergency food supply boxes at the Rochester Public Market Wednesday, April 22, 2020. The drive thru food distribution is the first of six that will be held throughout Monroe County in the coming week. Pre-registration is required. To pre-register please call 2-1-1 or text 898-211. The next drive thru will be held this Friday, April 24, at the Port of Rochester parking lot. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Foodlink and City of Rochester staff help distribute emergency food supply boxes at the Rochester Public Market Wednesday, April 22, 2020. The drive thru food distribution is the first of six that will be held throughout Monroe County in the coming week. Pre-registration is required. To pre-register please call 2-1-1 or text 898-211. The next drive thru will be held this Friday, April 24, at the Port of Rochester parking lot. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Canopy Coin Laundry on Genesee St. has been busier than normal according to an employee who said customers are using the washers more frequently. A handful of patrons washed their clothes just before noon,Tuesday, April 21, 2020. Ray Lopez tosses in a cloth face mask to wash with the rest of his laundry. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Canopy Coin Laundry on Genesee St. has been busier than normal according to an employee who said customers are using the washers more frequently. A handful of patrons washed their clothes just before noon,Tuesday, April 21, 2020. Carla Jethroe, an employee, cleans the lint trap, before sanitizing the surfaces in the laundromat. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Canopy Coin Laundry on Genesee St. has been busier than normal according to an employee who said customers are using the washers more frequently. Ashley Thompson, wearing gloves and mask, wheels past Shelia Williams, who is also masked, with clothes to go in the dryer, Tuesday, April 21, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Rochester Police respond to an incident involving two cars that struck each other on Garson Ave. near Fourth St. Tuesday, April 21, 2020. Trying to create a six-foot buffer creates a challenge for both the police and the people involved in the crash. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

In a sign of the times, even a statue of Frederick Douglass is wearing a mask in downtown Rochester Monday, April 20, 2020. Someone put a mask on the statue, created by artist Olivia Kim, that stands in Washington Square Park. Last week, New York governor Andrew Cuomo ordered all people to wear a face covering while in public as the state works to combat the coronavirus outbreak. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

In a sign of the times, even a statue of Frederick Douglass is wearing a mask in downtown Rochester Monday, April 20, 2020. Someone put a mask on the statue, created by artist Olivia Kim, that stands in Washington Square Park. Last week, New York governor Andrew Cuomo ordered all people to wear a face covering while in public as the state works to combat the coronavirus outbreak. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

In a sign of the times, even a statue of Frederick Douglass is wearing a mask in downtown Rochester Monday, April 20, 2020. Someone put a mask on the statue, created by artist Olivia Kim, that stands in Washington Square Park. Last week, New York governor Andrew Cuomo ordered all people to wear a face covering while in public as the state works to combat the coronavirus outbreak. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Laura Passero of Penfield gets a surprise birthday party from a few of her friends Saturday, April 17, 2020. Passero who has met her friend, Kerry Zito, in the parking lot of Eagle Vale Golf Club since the quarantine started in March, today logged 55 miles walking with her. At the end of the walk while they were chatting their friends pulled up to celebrate her birthday which is actually on April 19. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Laura Passero of Penfield gets a surprise birthday party from a few of her friends Saturday, April 17, 2020. Passero who has met her friend, Kerry Zito, in the parking lot of Eagle Vale Golf Club since the quarantine started in March has logged 55 miles walking with her. At the end of the walk while they were chatting in the parking lot the friends pulled up to celebrate her birthday which is actually April 19. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Many people walking and running around Cobbs Hill Reservoir did not wear masks Saturday, April 17, 2020. Gov. Andrew Cuomo's executive order went into effect Friday, April 17 at 8 p.m. that requires everyone to wear a mask or a cover over the mouth and nose in public or in situations where social distancing can't be followed. A runner passes a couple on the loop around the reservoir. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Many people walking and running around Cobbs Hill Reservoir did not wear masks Saturday, April 17, 2020. Gov. Andrew Cuomo's executive order went into effect Friday, April 17 at 8 p.m. that requires everyone to wear a mask or a cover over the mouth and nose in public or in situations where social distancing can't be followed. Jasmine Foster jump ropes as part of her workout in the parking lot at Cobbs Hill Reservoir. She was working out with a friend. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Many people walking and running around Cobbs Hill Reservoir did not wear masks Saturday, April 17, 2020. Gov. Andrew Cuomo's executive order went into effect Friday, April 17 at 8 p.m. that requires everyone to wear a mask or a cover over the mouth and nose in public or in situations where social distancing can't be followed. Shay Barber of Rochester jump ropes as part of her workout with a friend at Cobbs Hill Reservoir. The two friends were taking turns. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Staff and customers at Wegmans store on Hylan Dr. in Henrietta wore masks Saturday, April 17, 2020. Gov. Andrew Cuomo's executive order went into effect Friday, April 17 at 8 p.m. that requires everyone to wear a mask or a cover over the mouth and nose in public or in situations where social distancing can't be followed. An employee wets a cloth from his sanitation station before heading over to the egg and dairy refrigerators to wipe down the handles. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Staff and customers at Wegmans store on Hylan Dr. in Henrietta wore masks Saturday, April 17, 2020. Gov. Andrew Cuomo's executive order went into effect Friday, April 17 at 8 p.m. that requires everyone to wear a mask or a cover over the mouth and nose in public or in situations where social distancing can't be followed. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Staff and patrons at Lowe's home improvement store in Henrietta wore masks Saturday, April 18, 2020. Gov. Andrew Cuomo's executive order went into effect Friday, April 17, at 8 p.m. that requires everyone to wear a mask or a cover over the mouth and nose in public or in situations where social distancing can't be followed. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Staff and patrons at Lowe's home improvement store in Henrietta wore masks Saturday, April 17, 2020. Gov. Andrew Cuomo's executive order went into effect Friday, April 17 at 8 p.m. that requires everyone to wear a mask or a cover over the mouth and nose in public or in situations where social distancing can't be followed. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

East High School staff, teachers and school administrators held a social distancing parade just to say hello to their students and families on Thursday, April 16, 2020. A couple of families on Grand Avenue came out on their porches to wave to the parade going by. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

East High School staff, teachers and school administrators held a social distancing parade just to say hello to their students and families on Thursday, April 16, 2020. Sheila and Hermelindo Garcia-Carpenter and their children watch the parade go by them on Grand Avenue. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

East High School staff, teachers and school administrators held a social distancing parade just to say hello to their students and families on Thursday, April 16, 2020. Various cars were decorated with messages to the students. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

East High School staff, teachers and school administrators held a social distancing parade just to say hello to their students and families on Thursday, April 16, 2020. Athletic Director Eric Robinson waves to drivers while also directing traffic out of the school parking lot. Waiting to join the parade on their bicycles are Marlene Blocker, upper school principal, and Tanya Wilson, lower school principal. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Churchville-Chili High School seniors, all 314, were visited by teachers and school staff who placed a yard sign saying, "Home of a Churchville -Chili Senior Class of 2020" on Thursday, April 16, 2020. The students also received a cookie decorated with Saints 2020. Sixth grade teacher Lockley Platt, writes messages on her back window for the seniors. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Churchville-Chili High School seniors, all 314, were visited by teachers and school staff who placed a yard sign saying, "Home of a Churchville -Chili Senior Class of 2020" on Thursday, April 16, 2020. The students also received a cookie decorated with Saints 2020. Mary Pat Dewey, retired physical education teacher and parent of a student at the school, dries the side of the bus so signs can be taped to it. Dewey came up with the idea on how to celebrate the seniors and approached the school with it. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Churchville-Chili High School seniors, all 314, were visited by teachers and school staff who placed a yard sign saying, "Home of a Churchville -Chili Senior Class of 2020" on Thursday, April 16, 2020. The students also received a cookie that had Saints 2020 on it. After the caravan arrives at a senior’s home everyone beeps their horns before a sign and cookie are placed in the yard. This student opened the door and waved at school staff. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Churchville-Chili High School seniors, all 314, were visited by teachers and school staff who placed a yard sign saying, "Home of a Churchville -Chili Senior Class of 2020" on Thursday, April 16, 2020. The students also received a cookie decorated with Saints 2020. Kelly Salomone, school counselor, gets help from Sarah Amorese, inside the bus, in securing the sign. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Brighton Central School District teachers and staff drive through neighborhoods to say hello to students on Wednesday, April 15, 2020. Signs and bubbles greet teachers and administration staff as they head south on Winton Rd. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Brighton Central School District teachers and staff drive through neighborhoods to say hello to students on Wednesday, April 15, 2020. Krystle Ellis and her daughter, Brooke, 7, wave as the parade goes by them on Spier Ave. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Brighton Central School District teachers and staff drive through neighborhoods to say hello to students on Wednesday, April 15, 2020. Families greeted the caravan with waves. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Brighton Central School District teachers and staff drive through neighborhoods to say hello to students on Wednesday, April 15, 2020. Cars turn onto Avalon Dr. from Hollywood Ave. past families who came out to watch. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Brighton Central School District teachers and staff drive through neighborhoods to say hello to students on Wednesday, April 15 2020. Several teachers put their names on their vehicles for students. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Maria Rodriguez, who has dementia and diabetes, has memory loss but always smiles when she sees her husband of 59 years, Angel Moreno. Rodriguez sits down the living room, Wednesday, April 15, 2020 and starts holding her husband's hand and shaking it. The couple's daughters Nancy and Carmen Moreno are always at their Irondequoit apartment helping out. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Carmen Moreno helps her mother, Maria Rodriguez, into the living room after feeding her a snack, Wednesday, April 15, 2020. She and her sister, Nancy Moreno. share caretaking of their mother, who has dementia and diabetes, and their father, Angel Moreno. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Nancy Moreno of Irondequoit talks to her mother, Maria Rodriguez, who was walking around the living room after having a snack on Wednesday, April 15, 2020. Moreno shares care taking responsibility of her parents Maria Rodriguez and Angel Moreno with her sister, Carmen Moreno, seated. The homemade ropes in her parents’ apartment in Irondequoit help keep Maria Rodriguez from leaving a room or entering another room. The rope system was created by Angel Moreno. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Jackie Dozier brings groceries and washed laundry to her mother's apartment on Clarissa Street in Rochester on Wednesday, April 14, 2020. Her mother , 85, has dementia and multiple sclerosis and lives in an assisted-living apartment. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Marcy Sizer walks the neighborhood with her daughters Makalah and Miyah Sizer, twins, and Amonee Read. The family had just turned around on Clarissa Street in Rochester to head back home on Wednesday, April 14, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Rochester Fire DepartmentÕs HazMat team goes to all the stations once a week and disinfects the trucks and gear. Firefighters T.J. Szatko and Andy Perez disinfect breathing apparatus at the fire station on Genesee Street in Rochester on Tuesday, April 14, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Rochester Fire Department's HazMat team goes to all the stations once a week and disinfects the trucks and gear. Firefighters Kris Theodorou sprays disinfectant around the seats and seatbelts inside a truck at the fire station on Genesee Street in Rochester on Tuesday, April 14, 2020. The firefighters spray, wait approximately 10 minutes, then wipe down the items that were sprayed. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Rochester Fire DepartmentÕs HazMat team goes to all the stations once a week and disinfects the trucks and gear. Firefighters Andy Perez , T.J. Szatko and Lt. Matthew Cunningham wipe the disinfectant off the radios at the fire station on Genesee Street in Rochester on Tuesday, April 14, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Many Rochester police file their reports from their vehicles instead of going into the office. These five cars were in a lot near the Genesee Valley Park Sports Complex on Tuesday, April 14, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Some construction and road work sites stopped while others continued around the Rochester area. These workers were digging up a sidewalk on Elmwood Ave. in Rochester on Tuesday, April 14, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Staff at Trader Joe's in Pittsford, clean every cart before it is used again by a new customer. Many local grocery stores are also limiting the number of customers it allows inside at any given time. It is hoped this will limit contact amongst shoppers and help in the fight against coronavirus. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Rochester is lit blue to honor first responders, doctors, nurses and healthcare professionals on the front lines fighting COVID-19, Sunday, April 12, 2020. #LightItBlue has become an international movemet to honor those on the front lines fighting the coronavirus pandemic. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Rochester is lit blue to honor first responders, doctors, nurses and healthcare professionals on the front lines fighting COVID-19, Sunday, April 12, 2020. #LightItBlue has become an international movemet to honor those on the front lines fighting the coronavirus pandemic. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Rochester is lit blue to honor first responders, doctors, nurses and healthcare professionals on the front lines fighting COVID-19, Sunday, April 12, 2020. #LightItBlue has become an international movemet to honor those on the front lines fighting the coronavirus pandemic. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Rochester is lit blue to honor first responders, doctors, nurses and healthcare professionals on the front lines fighting Covid 19, Saturday, April 11, 2020. #LightItBlue has become an international movemet to honor those on the front lines fighting Covid19. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Rochester is lit blue to honor first responders, doctors, nurses and healthcare professionals on the front lines fighting COVID-19, Sunday, April 12, 2020. #LightItBlue has become an international movemet to honor those on the front lines fighting the coronavirus pandemic. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Gregg Gordon, bottom left, hands a bagged Easter dinner to daughter Emma Gordon who then delivers it to the Pittsford Volunteer Ambulance crew during a free Easter dinner giveaway in Rochester Sunday, April 12, 2020. The event was put on by Max Gordon, owner of The Hideaway, Gregg's son, top right, who teamed with Parkleigh to give first responders and any hospital staff a free dinner on Sunday. The giveaway of 650 dinners was held in the parking lot of Parkleigh, which sits next door the The Hideaway. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Max Gordon, owner of The Hideaway, checks in a health care worker as they pickup a free Easter dinner from The Hideaway on Park Ave. in Rochester April 12, 2020. The event was put on by Gordon, who teamed with Parkleigh to give first responders and any hospital staff a free dinner on Sunday. The giveaway of 650 dinners was held in the parking lot of Parkleigh, which sits next door the The Hideaway. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Health care workers and first responders arrive to pickup a free Easter dinner from The Hideaway on Park Ave. in Rochester April 12, 2020. The event was put on by Max Gordon, owner of The Hideaway, who teamed with Parkleigh to give first responders and any hospital staff a free dinner on Sunday. The giveaway of 650 dinners was held in the parking lot of Parkleigh, which sits next door the The Hideaway. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Ginny Gordon checks in a health care worker as they pickup a free Easter dinner from The Hideaway on Park Ave. in Rochester Sunday, April 12, 2020. The event was put on by Max Gordon, owner of The Hideaway, Ginny's son, who teamed with Parkleigh to give first responders and any hospital staff a free dinner on Sunday. The giveaway of 650 dinners was held in the parking lot of Parkleigh, which sits next door the The Hideaway. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Emma Gordon puts chocolate into the dinner bag before handing it to a health care worker during a free Easter dinner pickup from The Hideaway on Park Ave. in Rochester April 12, 2020. The event was put on by Max Gordon, owner of The Hideaway and Emma's brother, who teamed with Parkleigh to give first responders and any hospital staff a free dinner on Sunday. The giveaway of 650 dinners was held in the parking lot of Parkleigh, which sits next door the The Hideaway. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Looking west down E. Main Street into downtown Rochester on a quiet Easter Sunday, April 12, 2020. The state wide stay-at-home order due to the coronavirus pandemic means unusually quiet streets. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Schuber Liquor Store, at 373 Park Avenue, glows neon red on Thursday night, April 9, 2020 in Rochester. Liquor stores throughout New York state are considered essential businesses and so are still open for business during the coronavirus pandemic. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

County Executive Adam Bello keeps distant from Julia Tedesco, president and CEO of Foodlink during a new conference at the new packing site on Manitou Road for the Foodlink operations during the coronavirus emergency. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Foodlink supplies are offloaded in a different warehouse at a complex on Manitou Road. Foodlink moved its operation out of the Riverside Convention Center which may need to be used as a field hospital if coronavirus cases continue to climb. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Trucks are loaded at the Riverside Convention Center as it is being cleared of products used by Foodlink as a packing site to assist community members with food distribution. They are moving services to a warehouse on Manitou Rd. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

A sign on the lawn at Lang Dental Group on Long Pond Road celebrates healthcare workers in Greece Tuesday, April 7, 2020. "I hope it brings a smile to someone's face," said Greg Lang, DDS. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The Mall at Greece Ridge is surrounded by empty parking lots as it sits closed in Greece Tuesday, April 7, 2020. Malls across Monroe County and New York state are closed due to the coronavirus pandemic. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The Mall at Greece Ridge is surrounded by empty parking lots as it sits closed in Greece Tuesday, April 7, 2020. Malls across Monroe County and New York state are closed due to the coronavirus pandemic. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The Mall at Greece Ridge is surrounded by empty parking lots as it sits closed in Greece Tuesday, April 7, 2020. Malls across Monroe County and New York state are closed due to the coronavirus pandemic. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Frontier Field sits quiet and empty on what was scheduled as opening day Thursday, April 9, 2020 in Rochester. The Red Wings were set to take on the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs in AAA action, starting their 2020 season. Minor League Baseball was forced to delay the start of the season due to the coronavirus pandemic. No set start time for season has been announced yet. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

County Executive Adam Bello keeps distant from Julia Tedesco, president and CEO of Foodlink during a new conference at the new packing site on Manitou Road for the Foodlink operations during the coronavirus emergency. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

The book return drop box is sealed off as the Greece Public Library is closed in Greece Tuesday, April 7, 2020. Libraries across Monroe County and New York state are closed due to the coronavirus pandemic. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Sheldon Cox, with the Rochester City School District, hands out Chromebooks at Edison Tech. RCSD students in grades 6-12 who have not picked up their computers yet can do so this week. The district is trying to keep students connected as long as schools are closed due to the Coronavirus outbreak. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Lauren Bates, sixth grade teacher at Holy Cross School, waves to her students and their families as they drive by during a "drive by" parade celebrating Palm Sunday, and Holy Week, at the school on Lake Avenue in Rochester Sunday, April 5, 2020. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the school and church are closed. School Principal Mary Martell and staff came up with the idea of the parade to help keep the school community connected and lift spirits. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Cayli Carmona, third grade teacher at Holy Cross School, leans out her car window to wave to her students and their families as they drive by during a "drive by" parade celebrating Palm Sunday, and Holy Week, at the school on Lake Avenue in Rochester Sunday, April 5, 2020. Cars drove into the school parking lot, picked up palms if they liked, then drove down Lighthouse Road past teachers and faculty and their decorated cars. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Students and their families wave at Holy Cross School teachers and faculty as they drive down Lighthouse Road during a "drive by" parade celebrating Palm Sunday, and Holy Week, at the school on Lake Avenue in Rochester Sunday, April 5, 2020. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Students and their families wave at Holy Cross School teachers and faculty as they drive down Lighthouse Road during a "drive by" parade celebrating Palm Sunday, and Holy Week, at the school on Lake Avenue in Rochester Sunday, April 5, 2020. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Mary Martell, principal at Holy Cross School, waves to her students and their families with palms as they drive by during a "drive by" parade celebrating Palm Sunday, and Holy Week, at the school on Lake Avenue in Rochester Sunday, April 5, 2020. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the school and church are closed. Principal Martell and staff came up with the idea of the parade to help keep the school community connected and lift spirits. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Jenny Muhl, started off the songs on her violin, during the Mayflower Drive neighborhood three song gathering Saturday, April 4, 2020 in Brighton, NY. A neighbor suggested everyone to come outside and sing a few songs and they all did. Behind Muhl is her family, her son, Simon and husband, Lynn Smith. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Neighbors on Mayflower Drive and surrounding streets came out to sing songs together in Brighton on Saturday, April 4, 2020. Jake and Nayda Pares-Kane going in from the corner with their son, Evan, who brought his cello. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Neighbors on Mayflower Drive and surrounding streets came out to sing songs together in Brighton on Saturday, April 4, 2020. Linda and Michael Deats contacted their neighbors to see if they wanted to come out and sing a few songs. Prior to COVID-19 the neighbors would get together for different events. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Neighbors on Mayflower Drive and surrounding streets came out to sing songs together in Brighton on Saturday, April 4, 2020. Henry Peters brings his cello out at the end of the street to join in. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Neighbors on Mayflower Drive and surrounding streets came out to sing songs together in Brighton on Saturday, April 4, 2020. One neighbor who no longer has small children joined the national movement of putting Teddy Bears in her window for the Teddy Bear hunt to entertain children during the Coronavirus outbreak stay at home period. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Abby Ferreri hands over an order to a customer at Rhinos Pizzeria and Deli in Webster. The restaurant converted a window in it's dining room into a pickup window in response to the coronavirus outbreak JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Abby Ferreri hands over an order to customer Paula Colombo, at Rhinos Pizzeria and Deli in Webster. The restaurant converted a window in it's dining room into a pickup window in response to the coronavirus outbreak JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Abby Ferreri hands over an order to a customer at Rhinos Pizzeria and Deli in Webster. The restaurant converted a window in it's dining room into a pickup window in response to the coronavirus outbreak JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Northside Inn in East Rochester was preparing 700-800 meals for nurses and doctors at the University of Rochester Medical Center on Saturday, April 4, 2020. The donated meal idea came after one of their customers told Dennis Verni that the cafeteria at the hospital was closed. Andy Glaza pours ziti into a bowl for the baked ziti dish for the hospital. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Northside Inn in East Rochester was preparing 700-800 meals for nurses and doctors at the University of Rochester Medical Center on Saturday, April 4, 2020. The donated meal idea came after one of their customers told Dennis Verni that the cafeteria at the hospital was closed. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Northside Inn in East Rochester was preparing 700-800 meals for nurses and doctors at the University of Rochester Medical Center on Saturday, April 4, 2020. The donated meal idea came after one of their customers told Dennis Verni that the cafeteria at the hospital was closed. Dennis Verni pours sauce on the baked ziti dish. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Elizabeth Lie, of Webster, donates blood platelets with collection technician Gerome Williams, at the Henrietta Red Cross Blood Donation Center. Today is Giving Day and the Red Cross is replenish it supply of blood and platelets after many appointment and blood drive cancelations due to the coronavirus shutdown. The Red Cross is also accepting monetary donations as part of Giving Day. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Northside Inn in East Rochester was preparing 700-800 meals for nurses and doctors at the University of Rochester Medical Center on Saturday, April 4, 2020. The donated meal idea came after one of their customers told Dennis Verni that the cafeteria at the hospital was closed. Don Verni cuts tomatoes for the garden salad that will go to the hospital workers. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Northside Inn in East Rochester was preparing 700-800 meals for nurses and doctors at the University of Rochester Medical Center on Saturday, April 4, 2020. The donated meal idea came after one of their customers told Dennis Verni that the cafeteria at the hospital was closed. Northside Inn is open for take out only. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Northside Inn in East Rochester was preparing 700-800 meals for nurses and doctors at the University of Rochester Medical Center on Saturday, April 4, 2020. The donated meal idea came after one of their customers told Dennis Verni that the cafeteria at the hospital was closed. Dennis Verni puts pasta in the meal warming container . Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

This group of high school friends found a way to visit from a distance in the parking lot of Bill Grays restaurant in Sea Breeze, NY. The 2019 Irondequoit High School graduates all said they're disappointed that their freshman year of college was shortened due to the coronavirus outbreak. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Many veterinarian hospitals, including Pittsford Animal Hospital, are closed to people going inside the hospital to prevent the spread of COVID-19, instead they call after they arrive with their pets on Saturday, April 4, 2020. Iris the Golden Retriever looks at her owner outside the car. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Justin Cody with his son Bruce Alcott, 12, connecting with Cody's wife Melissa who is with their daughter Trinity, 10-months who is in the NICU. Melissa stays with Trinity while Justin and Bruce are at to limit any chance of bringing the coronavirus to the hospital. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND AND CHRONICLE

Many veterinarian hospitals, including Pittsford Animal Hospital, are closed to people going inside the hospital to prevent the spread of COVID-19, instead they call after they arrive with their pets on Saturday, April 4, 2020. AJ Shear calls the hospital to let them know he is there with the dog. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Aharon Baruch, owner of Lipman's Kosher Market, cuts steaks for his customers. He and his staff are all wearing masks to protect himself and his customers from any possible contact with the coronavirus. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT

Aharon Baruch, owner of Lipman's Kosher Market, loads freshly cut steaks into a case. He and his staff are all wearing masks to protect himself and his customers from any possible contact with the coronavirus. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT

Michelle Wilcox holds a photo of her brother, Alvin Simmons, in her Rochester home Thursday, March 26, 2020. Simmons, 54, was the first fatality in Monroe County from the coronavirus outbreak. Simmons died Tuesday, March 17. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Michelle Wilcox shares a photo of her brother, Alvin Simmons, that is on her phone, in her Rochester home Thursday, March 26, 2020. Simmons, 54, was the first fatality in Monroe County from the coronavirus outbreak. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Gary and Debbie Leary were greeted with a parade of cars as neighbors welcomed them home in Rochester's 19th Ward on April 4, 2020. The Learys' cruise ship was stuck at sea after multiple passengers had tested positive for COVID-19. W

Gary and Debbie Leary were greeted with a parade of cars as neighbors welcomed them home in Rochester's 19th Ward on April 4, 2020. The Learys' cruise ship was stuck at sea after multiple passengers had tested positive for COVID-19. W

Gary and Debbie Leary were greeted with a parade of cars as neighbors welcomed them home in Rochester's 19th Ward on April 4, 2020. The Learys' cruise ship was stuck at sea after multiple passengers had tested positive for COVID-19. W

Much of the construction around the city is continuing through the coronavirus outbreak like this project near the Frederick Douglas-Susan B. Anthony Bridge in downtown Rochester. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Aharon Lipman, owner of Lipman's Kosher Market, loads freshly cut steaks into a case. Lipman and his staff are all wearing masks to protect himself and his customers from any possible contact with the coronavirus. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT

Pablo Marte, with RTS, wipes down the interior of a bus at the transit center. Every bus that comes though the transit center is wiped down before going back out its run. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

JOANN, a fabric and crafts store, like many essential businesses is closed to shopping in store because of COVID-19. They do offer curbside pickup with online shopping. The Penfield store on Friday, April 3, 2020 was filling orders and putting together the do it your own personal protection mask kits. These kits are given out free at all JOANN stores, the goal is to get customers to make the masks for medical personnel. Each kit makes 10 masks. The store gives out about 50-60 kits a day. Chloe Rappe-Ellis waits at the door with a customers order if the person called letting the store know they have arrived to pick up their order. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

JOANN, a fabric and crafts store, like many essential businesses is closed to shopping in store because of COVID-19. They do offer curbside pickup with online shopping. The Penfield store on Friday, April 3, 2020 was filling orders and putting together the do it your own personal protection mask kits. These kits are given out free at all JOANN stores, the goal is to get customers to make the masks for medical personnel. Each kit makes 10 masks. The store gives out about 50-60 kits a day. While Danielle Lattiere, center, cuts interfacing material for the DIY face masks, Rachel Hawkins of Fairport, the manager, on the left, and Chloe Rappe-Ellis of Macedon, on the right, answer the phone. Also working on the DIY face masks is Sapphire Warner of Penfield cutting material in the background. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

JOANN, a fabric and crafts store, like many essential businesses is closed to shopping in store because of COVID-19. They do offer curbside pickup with online shopping. The Penfield store on Friday, April 3, 2020 was filling orders and putting together the do it your own personal protection mask kits. These kits are given out free at all JOANN stores, the goal is to get customers to make the masks for medical personnel. Each kit makes 10 masks. The store gives out about 50-60 kits a day. Sapphire Warner of Penfield measures out material before cutting it. She and another worker are devoted to just making the DIY mask kits for the day. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

JOANN, a fabric and crafts store, like many essential businesses is closed to shopping in store because of COVID-19. They do offer curbside pickup with online shopping. The Penfield store on Friday, April 3, 2020 was filling orders and putting together the do it your own personal protection mask kits. These kits are given out free at all JOANN stores, the goal is to get customers to make the masks for medical personnel. Each kit makes 10 masks. The store gives out about 50-60 kits a day. Danielle Lattiere works on DIY mask kits while Chloe Rappe-Ellis and Wendy Salatino fulfill online orders. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

JOANN, a fabric and crafts store, like many essential businesses is closed to shopping in store because of COVID-19. They do offer curbside pickup with online shopping. The Penfield store on Friday, April 3, 2020 was filling orders and putting together the do it your own personal protection mask kits. These kits are given out free at all JOANN stores, the goal is to get customers to make the masks for medical personnel. Each kit makes 10 masks. The store gives out about 50-60 kits a day. Customers orders are filled and wait by the door for pick up. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

As week infections of COVID-19 increased more and more residents are wearing face masks walking around or shopping. Several patrons of Target in Penfield were seen entering and leaving the store with masks on Friday, April 3, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Scott Fybush and Lisa, his wife, deliver signs reminding people of six feet social distancing on Thursday, April 2, 2020. The signs came from a meme he created of Brighton Town Supervisor William Moehle who's over six feet tall. After so many positive responses he and his wife, Lisa, made lawn signs and are charging $20 a sign with proceeds over the cost of printing goes to the Brighton Food Cupboard. They were walking to nearby neighborhoods they were delivering in and stopped for a brief chat before splitting up in different directios. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Scott Fybush delivers signs reminding people of six feet social distancing on Thursday, April 2, 2020. The signs came from a meme he created of Brighton Town Supervisor William Moehle who's over six feet tall. After so many positive responses he and his wife, Lisa, made lawn signs and are charging $20 a sign with proceeds over the cost of printing goes to the Brighton Food Cupboard. The first printing of signs are showing up around the town. This sign, on Westland Ave., is not far from the Brickyard Trail. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Scott Fybush delivers signs reminding people of the 6-foot social distancing on Thursday, April 2, 2020. The signs came from a meme he created of Brighton Town Supervisor William Moehle, who's over 6 feet tall. After so many positive responses he and his wife, Lisa, made lawn signs and are charging $20 a sign with proceeds over the cost of printing going to the Brighton Food Cupboard. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Scott Fybush puts a sign in a few yards on Westland Ave. reminding people of six feet social distancing on Thursday, April 2, 2020. The signs came from a meme he created of Brighton Town Supervisor William Moehle who's over six feet tall. After so many positive responses he and his wife, Lisa, made lawn signs and are charging $20 a sign with proceeds over the cost of printing goes to the Brighton Food Cupboard. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Kathy Buonaccorso of Gates has been making floral arrangements and giving them along with a note to people in her surrounding neighborhood on Wednesday, April 1, 2020. She said she was doing this to cheer people up after all the news everyone is hearing around COVID-19. After loading up her car with the arrangements she puts on gloves to deliver them. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Kathy Buonaccorso of Gates has been making floral arrangements and giving them along with a note to people in her surrounding neighborhood on Wednesday, April 1, 2020. She said she was doing this to cheer people up after all the news everyone is hearing around COVID-19. One of the handwritten notes she leaves behind with the gift. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Kathy Buonaccorso of Gates has been making floral arrangements and giving them along with a note to people in her surrounding neighborhood on Wednesday, April 1, 2020. She said she was doing this to cheer people up after all the news everyone is hearing around COVID-19. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Kathy Buonaccorso of Gates has been making floral arrangements and giving them along with a note to people in her surrounding neighborhood on Wednesday, April 1, 2020. She said she was doing this to cheer people up after all the news everyone is hearing around COVID-19. When she delivers, she knocks on the door or rings the bell, places the floral arrangement down and leaves. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Kathy Buonaccorso of Gates has been making floral arrangements and giving them along with a note to people in her surrounding neighborhood on Wednesday, April 1, 2020. She said she was doing this to cheer people up after all the news everyone is hearing around COVID-19. Benny Tesoriero reads a note Buonaccorso left behind with her gift. Behind him is his wife, Maryann. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Jenny Muhl, orchestra teacher at Twelve Corners Middle School in Brighton plays a piece of the music a viola student was working on during a video conference Wednesday, April 1, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Monroe Ave. had a couple of characters trying to cheer up anyone Wednesday, April 1, 2020 they encountered in Brighton. Devon Price, dressed as Stitch, from Lilo and Stitch were waving at people with her sister, Cheyenne, at cars on Monroe Ave. at Meadow Dr. Further down the street Pikachu walked. towards Twelve Corners waving at people and cars. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Monroe Ave. had a couple of characters trying to cheer up anyone Wednesday, April 1, 2020 they encountered in Brighton. Stitch from Lilo and Stitch was waving at people and cars on Monroe Ave. at Meadow Dr. while Pikachu walked down Monroe Ave. towards Twelve Corners. Pikachu did not want to be identified, the person said their goal was to just brighten people's day. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Peter Paulsen of Victor wades into Irondequoit Creek to fish during the first day of trout season at Powder Mills Park in Perinton on Wednesday, April 1, 2020. Most fisherman gave more than the six feet requirement for social distancing. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Andrew Surrena performs an opera song every day at 5 p.m. on the porch of his future in-law's home in Pittsford. He and his fiancée, Emily Wells, wave to a neighbor across the street Tuesday, March 31, 2020 after he sang, "La Donna E Mobile." A few neighbors listened from the edge of the property. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Andrew Surrena performs an opera song every day at 5 p.m. on the porch of his future in-law's home in Pittsford. Tuesday, March 31, 2020 he had a small audience as he sang "La Donna E Mobile." Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Several weeks into Covid-19 being in our community certain items are still hard to find. Just a small pile of toilet paper and boxes of tissue remain on the shelves at the Penfield Target on March 31, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Several weeks into Covid-19 being in our community certain items are still hard to find. Just a small pile of toilet paper remains in the Penfield Target on March 31, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Judge Maija C. Dixon handles arraignments in city court from her home using Skype to connect with attorneys and with defendants in the Monroe County Jail. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Judge Maija C. Dixon handles arraignments in city court from her home using Skype to connect with attorneys and with defendants in the Monroe County Jail. Other court business has been adjourned until after the coronavirus quarantine lifts. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Judge Maija C. Dixon handling arraignments in City Court virtually from her home using Skype to connect with attorneys and with defendants in the Monroe County Jail. The people in the courtroom are clerks Kendra Dundon, left, and Katie Ellis along with deputies Joseph Imbergamo and Julie VanDerMar. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Jennifer Sullivan inspects a face shield produced at Century Mold. The Gates company calls it the Halo Program named after local doctors and nurses who they consider angels. Century Mold is making 2500 masks per day and said Rochester Regional Health has asked for 25,000. They also said some local law enforcement agencies have also asked for masks as well as several hospitals across the country. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Workers produce face shields at Century Mold. The Gates company calls it the Halo Program named after local doctors and nurses who they consider angels. Century Mold is making 2500 masks per day and said Rochester Regional Health has asked for 25,000. They also said some local law enforcement agencies have also asked for masks as well as several hospitals across the country. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

The workforce at the Rochester Refugee Sewing & Repair shop on Dewey Ave. in Rochester are hard at work filling orders for masks Tuesday, March 31, 2020. The shop is working to make thousands of face masks, and gowns to fill orders that have been coming in since the coronavirus outbreak started. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Mike Kelly, left, co-founder and principal at the Rochester Refugee Sewing & Repair shop on Dewey Ave., and his workforce work on sewing face masks at the shop in Rochester Tuesday, March 31, 2020. The shop is working to make thousands of face masks and gowns to fill orders that have been coming in since the coronavirus outbreak started. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The workforce at the Rochester Refugee Sewing & Repair shop on Dewey Ave. in Rochester are hard at work filling orders for masks Tuesday, March 31, 2020. The shop is working to make thousands of face masks and gowns to fill orders that have been coming in since the coronavirus outbreak started. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

A box starts to fill with different colored masks at the Rochester Refugee Sewing & Repair shop on Dewey Ave. in Rochester Tuesday, March 31, 2020. The shop is working to make thousands of face masks to fill orders that have been coming in since the coronavirus outbreak started. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The Rochester Refugee Sewing & Repair shop on Dewey Ave. in Rochester Tuesday, March 31, 2020. The shop is working to make thousands of face masks and gowns to fill orders that have been coming in since the coronavirus outbreak started. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

A sign in the window of closed Salon Industry, at 30 S. Main Street, provides hope in the village of Pittsford Monday, March 30, 2020. Most of the small businesses the line the main street are closed due to the coronavirus pandemic. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Hyeuo Park and his wife Clare, walk down Fairfield St. with their children Hae-jin, 4, and Joonie, six months, on March 31, 2020. Park was picking up trash he found along the walk. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

A bin of different sized homemade masks for delivery people sits outside a home in Brighton on March 31, 2020. Many people in the community are now wearing masks to keep themselves healthy. With the mask shortage, people are now making their own. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Looking northward up S. Main Street into the heart of the village of Pittsford at 3 pm Monday, March 30, 2020. Normally, this same stretch is busy with cars and school busses dropping off students at the end of a school day. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, these are not normal days. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The basketball courts next to the University Avenue Playground have been closed and blocked off, Monday, March 30, 2020 in Rochester. City Mayor Lovely Warren had all city playgrounds closed, and had basketball rims removed from courts following reports that large groups of people were using the areas together, and not practicing social distancing. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The basketball courts next to the University Avenue Playground have been closed and blocked off, Monday, March 30, 2020 in Rochester. City Mayor Lovely Warren had all city playgrounds closed, and had basketball rims removed from courts following reports that large groups of people were using the areas together, and not practicing social distancing. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The morning rush of commuter traffic into downtown Rochester on Route 490 heading west is quiet at 9 am on Monday morning, March 30, 2020. The national stay-at-home order was extended until April 30th keeping most workers at home. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Wendy (Voelkl) Post, Owego, left, touches her father Earl Voelkl's hand through the glass windows at Brookdale Brockport senior living community in Brockport Sunday, March 29, 2020. Post and her aunt, Patricia (Voelkl) Williams, Greece, Earl's sister, visited him for the first time since the senior living community went on lockdown, due to the coronavirus pandemic. The pair held up signs, and dropped off a care package during their visit. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Wendy (Voelkl) Post, Owego, holds up signs her father Earl Voelkl, to see through the windows at Brookdale Brockport senior living community in Brockport Sunday, March 29, 2020. Post and her aunt, Patricia (Voelkl) Williams, Greece, Earl's sister, visited him for the first time since the senior living community went on lockdown, due to the coronavirus pandemic. The pair held up signs, and dropped off a care package during their visit. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Wendy (Voelkl) Post, Owego, left, takes a photo with her phone of her aunt, Patricia (Voelkl) Williams, Greece, and her father Earl Voelkl, wh looks on through the glass windows at Brookdale Brockport senior living community in Brockport Sunday, March 29, 2020. Post and her aunt, Earl's sister, visited him for the first time since the senior living community went on lockdown, due to the coronavirus pandemic. The pair held up signs, and dropped off a care package during their visit. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Patricia (Voelkl) Williams, Greece, left, touches her brother Earl Voelkl's hand through the glass windows at Brookdale Brockport senior living community in Brockport Sunday, March 29, 2020. Williams and her niece, Wendy (Voelkl) Post, Owego, visited him for the first time since the senior living community went on lockdown, due to the coronavirus pandemic. The pair held up signs, and dropped off a care package during their visit. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Patricia (Voelkl) Williams, Greece, left, holds up signs for her brother Earl Voelkl, to see through the glass windows at Brookdale Brockport senior living community in Brockport Sunday, March 29, 2020. Williams and her niece, Wendy (Voelkl) Post, Owego, visited him for the first time since the senior living community went on lock-down, due to the coronavirus pandemic. The pair held up signs, and dropped off a care-package during their visit. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Wendy (Voelkl) Post, Owego, holds up signs for her father Earl Voelkl, to see through the windows at Brookdale Brockport senior living community in Brockport Sunday, March 29, 2020. Post and her aunt, Patricia (Voelkl) Williams, Greece, Earl's sister, visited him for the first time since the senior living community went on lockdown, due to the coronavirus pandemic. The pair held up signs, and dropped off a care package during their visit. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The Highland Park Diner, at 960 S. Clinton Ave., sits closed, surround by it's normally jam packed parking lot at 9 a.m. in Rochester Sunday, March 29, 2020. The popular diner, like so many businesses throughout the area, closed due to the coronavirus pandemic. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The Tony Boler Basketball Courts have been closed in Cobbs Hill Park in Rochester Sunday, March 29, 2020. Following reports of large groups of people playing on the courts and not heeding the call for social distancing, Rochester Mayor Lovely Warren had the basketball rims removed at Cobbs Hill and several other courts and playgrounds throughout Rochester. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The Tony Boler Basketball Courts have been closed in Cobbs Hill Park in Rochester Sunday, March 29, 2020. Following reports of large groups of people playing on the courts and not heeding the call for social distancing, Rochester Mayor Lovely Warren had the basketball rims removed at Cobbs Hill and several other courts and playgrounds throughout Rochester. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The Tony Boler Basketball Courts have been closed in Cobbs Hill Park in Rochester Sunday, March 29, 2020. Following reports of large groups of people playing on the courts and not heeding the call for social distancing, Rochester Mayor Lovely Warren had the basketball rims removed at Cobbs Hill and several other courts and playgrounds throughout Rochester. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

As traffic streaks past, patriotic lights of red, white and blue illuminate the side of the Strathallan Rochester Hotel & Spa on East Ave. in downtown Rochester Friday, March 27, 2020 in a show of support for the city and the country during the coronavirus pandemic. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Different neighborhoods associations in Brighton are creating search and find opportunities for families with children since everyone is home to help prevent the spread of Covid-19. Homes on Chelmsford Road on March 27, 2020 were decorated with rainbows. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Josh Nodine was supposed to fly today, March 28, 2020 to Orlando, Florida to visit Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World through The Dream Factory for his birthday but because of Covid-19 it's been postponed.Josh Nodine, between his parents Ben and Jamie, and brother Caleb standing behind, laughs as the parade past his house started with Monroe County deputy vehicles and fire trucks going by. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Josh Nodine was supposed to fly today, March 28, 2020 to Orlando, Florida to visit Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World through The Dream Factory for his birthday but because of Covid-19 it's been postponed. Instead his mother, Jamie, asked a few friends to drive by their Webster home, honk and wave. The parade turned into over 100 vehicles with people wishing Josh a happy birthday. The Dream Factory fulfills dreams for children with critical or chronic illness. Some cars and trucks were covered with birthday decorations. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Josh Nodine was supposed to fly today, March 28, 2020 to Orlando, Florida to visit Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World through The Dream Factory for his birthday but because of Covid-19 it's been postponed. Instead his mother, Jamie, asked a few friends to drive by their Webster home, honk and wave. The parade turned into over 100 vehicles with people wishing Josh a happy birthday. The Dream Factory fulfills dreams for children with critical or chronic illness. The start of the parade was lead by Monroe County deputy cars and West Webster fire trucks. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Volunteers work the fish fry at Ely-Fagan Post 1151 American Legion in Henrietta, NY on Friday, March 27, 2020. Because of Covid-19 the fish fry is drive through only. Their fish fry is offered throughout the year with limited days during the summer. Tara McQueen, with Taylor in the window in the backseat, gets her fish fry order from Ray McCormick while Alan Purdy picks up a sign that blew over. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Volunteers work the fish fry at Ely-Fagan Post 1151 American Legion in Henrietta, NY on Friday, March 27, 2020. Because of Covid-19 the fish fry is drive through only. Their fish fry is not a part of the Lenten fish fry, it's offered throughout the year with limited days during the summer. Tim Tysall takes order from waiting drivers and Karen Lankeshofer who rode to the fish fry on her bike. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Lowell Hermy and Ray Torres prepare and cook haddock for the fish fry at Ely-Fagan Post 1151 American Legion in Henrietta on Friday, March 27, 2020. Because of Covid-19 the fish fry is drive through only. Their fish fry is not a part of the Lenten fish fry, it's offered throughout the year with limited days during the summer. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Volunteers work the fish fry at Ely-Fagan Post 1151 American Legion in Henrietta, NY on Friday, March 27, 2020. Because of Covid-19 the fish fry is drive through only. Tim Tysall waits by the driveway while Ray McCormick and Alan Purdy wait on the deck for customers. They had a few before the official start at 4 p.m. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Ray Torres puts a cooked fish in a to go container for Sandy Junge. Beside her also volunteering at the Ely-Fagan Post 1151 American Legion fish fry is her husband, Jery Junge, and Vica Tsaryk on Friday, March 27, 2020. Because of Covid-19 the fish fry is drive through only. Their fish fry is not a part of the Lenten fish fry, it's offered throughout the year with limited days during the summer. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

A line of cars pull up to the fish fry at Ely-Fagan Post 1151 American Legion in Henrietta on Friday, March 27, 2020. Because of Covid-19 the fish fry is drive through only. Their fish fry is not a part of the Lenten fish fry, it's offered throughout the year with limited days during the summer. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Tim Tysall makes his way down the line of cars taking the number of fish fries each car wants at Ely-Fagan Post 1151 American Legion in Henrietta on Friday, March 27, 2020. Because of Covid-19 the fish fry is drive through only. Their fish fry is not a part of the Lenten fish fry, it's offered throughout the year with limited days during the summer. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The Hideaway, at 199 Park Avenue, is using a window off the kitchen to fill take-out orders with their new "drive-through" as they find ways to stay open in Rochester Wednesday, March 18, 2020. SHAWN DOWD/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Like many young people throughout the United States, these teens did not make any effort to observe the universal recommendation of social distancing as the played basketball behind the Edgerton Community Center. When asked if they were concerned about the coronavirus outbreak most said no and one asked, "what virus"? JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Haley Winn (white) and Nina Christof , both part of the Bishop Kearney Selects hockey program, shoot pucks in Haley's driveway during a study break. Nina is from Germany but could not get home after the coronavirus shutdown. She is staying with the Winn family in Penfield as her parents try to find a way to get her home. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Bill Reichard, came out to Eagle Vale Golf Club with his 12-year-old son Jack. Bill is happy to get outside during the quarantine period while Jack a middle schooler said being out of school is easier to take because he can play golf when possible. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

A CVS Pharmacy store on March 25, 2020 used tape and a table and carts to keep the recommended six feet of social distancing between customers and customers and the pharmacy desk. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

A CVS Pharmacy store on March 25, 2020 used tape to keep the recommended six feet of social distancing between customers and customers and the pharmacy desk. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

A CVS Pharmacy store on March 25, 2020 used tape to keep the recommended six feet of social distancing between customers and customers and the pharmacy desk. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Westfall Associate, an outpatient addiction treatment center, like many businesses are moving to home offices. Employees meet through Zoom for a staff meeting on March 26, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Sierra Canissario, 2, spies a photographer outisde her Penfield home on March 25, 2020 and stops playing with her mom and toys for a moment. Her mom, Alaina Wong-Canissario is expecting her second child in two weeks. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Alaina Wong-Canissario has her two-year-old daughter Sierra Canissario, work on a puzzle in their Penfield home on March 25, 2020. She is expecting her second baby in two weeks. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Exchange Boulevard in downtown Rochester, normally busy on a weekday, is quiet March 26, 2020 with businesses shut down and having its employees work from home to help stop the spread of Covid-19. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Signs on the Monroe County office building directs employees to another area to enter due to Covid-19. The county has stopped some services temporarily. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Life looks different each day as our community deals with Covid-19. More and more people are wearing gloves or masks or both this man who is waiting for the light to turn on Elmwood and Clinton Aves. so he can cross Elmwood Ave. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Covid-19 outbreak has caused some stores to close to stop the spread of the virus and other businesses like restaurants to turn into take out only. Tips & Toes Nail Spa had to close with their explanation posted on their door on March 25, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Taylor Cauwels of Rochester, found an open space in Cobbs Hill Park to use her light up smart hoop ( a hulahoop with lights). A long shutter speed created the light trails in the photo. Cauwels said she was aware of her distancing from other and that her smart hoop was one of her favorite things. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Jim Niziurski, of Ogden with collection technician Amanda Lapoma, donates blood at the Henrietta Red Cross Blood Donation Center. Today is Giving Day and the Red Cross is replenish it supply of blood and platelets after many appointment and blood drive cancelations due to the coronavirus shutdown. The Red Cross is also accepting monetary donations as part of Giving Day. JAMIE GERMANO/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Many businesses had to either shut their doors to stop the spread of Covid-19 or for restaurants turn into take out only. Olive Garden restaurant in Henrietta had alcohol on display outside their restaurant for patrons to purchase with their food on March 25, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Many businesses had to either shut their doors to stop the spread of Covid-19 or for restaurants turn into take out only. The Olive Garden in Henrietta was set up for take out orders and had a display of wines and beers that could be purchased with the food on March 25, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Covid-19 outbreak has caused some businesses like restaurants to turn into take out only Jason Liu, an employee at Chen Garden, comes out to give David Wyman his order after Wyman called the restaurant to let him know he arrived on March 25, 2020. The restaurant asks all employees to wear masks when they bring customers their orders. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Tree Town Cafe started offering other products by other small businesses that have been struggling with the shutdown to stop the spread of COVID-19. In addition they are also offering produce and a few meats. The shop had a small but steady stream of customers on Tuesday, March 21, 2020. Lori Gorman cashes out a customers groceries from inside the cafe. The coffee shop is closed to people coming inside, all orders are taken at this window. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Despite the coronavirus pandemic, Donuts Delite is still open for business Wednesday, March 25, 2020. They are open for take-out or delivery, including touchless delivery, anywhere in Monroe County, offering breakfast, lunch or dinner items. Orders can be called-in at (585) 288-5555. Hours open are from 6am to 9pm seven days a week. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

You know you are a big deal if your face is on a donut! Like new Dr. Anthony Fauci donuts available at Donuts Delite on Culver Rd in Rochester Wednesday, March 25, 2020. Donuts Delite is open for take-out or delivery, including touchless delivery, anywhere in Monroe County, offering breakfast, lunch or dinner items. Orders can be called-in at (585) 288-5555. Hours open are from 6am to 9pm seven days a week. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Lights in the windows of the Hyatt Regency Rochester at 125 E Main Street are lit up to show a giant American flag and a giant heart in downtown Rochester Tuesday night, March 24, 2020. 'The ÒLights of LoveÓ from Hyatt Regency Rochester's windows are illuminated to shine hope, light and love during this time of uncertainty. We hope that they will inspire our community and our country to stay strong and remind us that there is a light at the end of the tunnel,' said Travania Clark, Director of Sales. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat an

Tree Town Cafe started offering other products by other small businesses that have been struggling with the shutdown to try to stop the spread of COIVD-19. A sign asks patrons to use gloves and stand at least 6 feet away from each other on Tuesday, March 21, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Tree Town Cafe started offering products by other small businesses that have been struggling with the shutdown to stop the spread of COVID-19. In addition, it is also offering produce and a few meats. On Tuesday, March 21, 2020, the shop had a small but steady stream of customers who all kept approximately 6 feet away from each other. Gloves were provided for handling produce. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Tree Town Cafe started offering other products by other small businesses that have been struggling with the shutdown to stop the spread of COVID-19. Lauren Lee of Penfield shops for some produce on March 24, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Tree Town Cafe started offering other products by other small businesses that have been struggling with the shutdown. As a surprise treat for customers when co-owner Jenna Morgante started this market in response to COVID-19 and social distancing she stamped some extra toilet paper she with the store's name and gave people a roll. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Restaurants are now take out per order of Gov. Andrew Cuomo to stop the spread of COVID-19. McDonald's have signs advertising their take out only. A worker moves about early Tuesday morning, March 24, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Restaurants are now take out per order of Gov. Andrew Cuomo to stop the spread of COVID-19. McDonald's still has tables marked off as closed to keep social distancing on Tuesday, March 24, 2020 that were done before Cuomo's orders. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Restaurants are now take out per order of Gov. Andrew Cuomo to stop the spread of COVID-19. Mark's Texas Hots Restaurants have signs advertising their takeout and still open on Tuesday, March 24, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The popular Tony Boler Basketball Courts at Cobbs Hill Park are closed, surrounded by 'Caution Do Not Enter' tape, in Rochester Tuesday, March 24, 2020. Playgrounds and courts around Monroe County are closed in an effort to keep people safe during the coronavirus pandemic. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat an

'Do Not Enter' tape surrounds a playground in Ellison Park in Brighton Tuesday, March 24, 2020. Playgrounds and courts around Monroe County are closed in an effort to keep people safe during the coronavirus pandemic. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat an

'Do Not Enter' tape surrounds a playground in Ellison Park in Brighton Tuesday, March 24, 2020. Playgrounds and courts around Monroe County are closed in an effort to keep people safe during the coronavirus pandemic. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat an

'Do Not Enter' tape surrounds a playground in Ellison Park in Brighton Tuesday, March 24, 2020. Playgrounds and courts around Monroe County are closed in an effort to keep people safe during the coronavirus pandemic. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat an

Rachael Burns boxes up loaves of freshly baked bread she made in her Rachael B Cupcakes & Bake Shoppe in Hilton on March 23, 2020. When the coronavirus pandemic hit, Burns lost 100 percent of her catering business. Instead of closing up, she decided to help. Burns is donating the bread each day to the Hilton Food Pantry to distribute to those in need. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Michael Bozza makes fresh gnocchi at his Bozza Pasta shop in Hilton Monday, March 23, 2020. Due to the coronavirus pandemic closing restaurants across the state, the Bozza family decided to start a delivery service out of his Hilton shop to help get his products to customers, and to help stay in business. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Marisa Bozza makes rigatoni bakes to fill delivery orders at her Bozza Pasta shop in Hilton Monday, March 23, 2020. Due to the coronavirus pandemic closing restaurants across the state, the Bozza family decided to start a delivery service out of his Hilton shop to help get his products to customers, and to help stay in business. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Jake Fabry, co-owner, boxes up freshly made ravioli at Bozza Pasta shop in Hilton Monday, March 23, 2020. Due to the coronavirus pandemic closing restaurants across the state, the Bozza family decided to start a delivery service out of the Hilton shop to help get their products to customers, and to help stay in business. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Jake Fabry, co-owner, puts the final labels on rigatoni bakes at Bozza Pasta shop in Hilton Monday, March 23, 2020. Due to the coronavirus pandemic closing restaurants across the state, the Bozza family decided to start a delivery service out of the Hilton shop to help get their products to customers, and to help stay in business. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Marisa Bozza and Jake Fabry box up delivery orders at Bozza Pasta shop in Hilton Monday, March 23, 2020. Due to the coronavirus pandemic closing restaurants across the state, the Bozza family decided to start a delivery service out of the Hilton shop to help get their products to customers, and to help stay in business. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Michael Bozza gets some help from Elliana Fabry, 8, as he makes fresh gnocchi at his Bozza Pasta shop in Hilton Monday, March 23, 2020. Due to the coronavirus pandemic closing restaurants across the state, the Bozza family decided to start a delivery service out of his Hilton shop to help get his products to customers, and to help stay in business. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Signs on the door say 'Open' at Bozza Pasta shop in Hilton Monday, March 23, 2020. Due to the coronavirus pandemic closing restaurants across the state, the Bozza family decided to start a delivery service out of their Hilton shop to help get their products to customers, and to help stay in business. Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The sign at the closed First Presbyterian Church on E. Main Street in the village of Victor give a trio of messages of hope, love and wisdom Sunday, March 22, 2020. The church, like many throughout Monroe County and New York state, are closed due to the coronavirus outbreak. SHAWN DOWD/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Eastview Mall in Victor is a near empty ghost-town Sunday, March 22, 2020. The coronavirus outbreak has shuttered small and large businesses across the state. SHAWN DOWD/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Eastview Mall in Victor is a near empty ghost-town Sunday, March 22, 2020. The coronavirus outbreak has shuttered small and large businesses across the state. SHAWN DOWD/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

The sign at the closed Asbury First United Methodist Church on East Ave. in Rochester lets people know they will be live-streaming their Sunday service, Sunday, March 22, 2020. The church, like many throughout Monroe County and New York state, are closed due to the coronavirus outbreak. SHAWN DOWD/ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE

Cherriese, a Rochester-area woman who is presumed positive with COVID-19 but is still waiting for results five days after being tested, doodles on her bedroom window while in self-quarantine on Saturday, March 21, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Police and emergency responders now wear masks and eye protection to protect themselves form COVID-19 when they respond to calls like this EMT that left an apartment building on Lake Ave., in Rochester, Saturday, March 21, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Cherriese, a Rochester-area woman who is presumed positive with COVID-19 but is still waiting for results five days after being tested, doodles on her bedroom window while in self-quarantine on Saturday, March 21, 2020. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Caroline McNamara of Rochester, makes a new sign, for the medical supply drive she, her husband, Tim, and friend Del Ippolito, were holding in the parking lot of Marshalls and Scott Miller Salon on Saturday, March 21, 2020. They heard about the shortage and are hoping to be able to bring donations to the University of Rochester Medical Center. They will also be holding the drive Sunday at the same place from 2-5p. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Del Ippolito, held a sign and pointed cars to their drop off location, helped Caroline McNamara and husband, Tim, hold a medical supply drive in the parking lot of Marshalls and Scott Miller Salon on Saturday, March 21, 2020. Carole McNamara heard about the shortage and are hoping to be able to bring donations to the University of Rochester Medical Center. They will also be holding the drive Sunday at the same place from 2-5p. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Caroline McNamara of Rochester, with help from her husband, Tim, and friend Del Ippolito, held a medical supply drive in the parking lot of Marshalls and Scott Miller Salon on Saturday, March 21, 2020. They heard about the shortage and are hoping to be able to bring donations to the University of Rochester Medical Center. They will also be holding the drive Sunday at the same place from 2-5p. Melody Reynolds of Fairport drops off some left over boxes of gloves. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

The Rochester Public Market on Saturday, March 21, 2020 had a quarter of the crowd it normally gets. Most Saturday mornings parking can't be found on Railroad St. Tina MacIntyre-Yee/ Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Fewer people shopped at the normally crowded Rochester Public Market on Saturday, March 21, 2020. Richard Stokes wore a mask and gloves for protection against COVID-19.
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